Sky's Breland named an All-Star reserve

Jessica Breland in action during a 105-100 Sky overtime victory over the Liberty at the Allstate Arena.

Jessica Breland in action during a 105-100 Sky overtime victory over the Liberty at the Allstate Arena. (E. Jason Wambsgans / Chicago Tribune)

Blake Schuster, Tribune reporter

Forward Jessica Breland will appear in her first All-Star Game as a reserve, joining forward Elena Delle Donne as the only representatives from the Sky squad.

Breland is having a career year so far, averaging 11.8 points and 7.7 rebounds per game after failing to make a WNBA roster in 2012.

"Being named an All-Star is an experience that every player dreams of and I feel fortunate to have the opportunity to play with some of the greatest players in the world,” Breland said in a statement. “Reflecting on everything that I’ve overcome makes this honor even more special for me.”

The Sky (8-13) continue their road trip Thursday against the Indiana Fever at 6 p.m.